Prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket hit with backlash over Iran strike-related bets
Prediction markets let users bet on the outcomes of real world events, but this has raised ethical questions about allowing people to profit from violence, war, and assassinations in Iran
Limited flights from UAE begin as governments seek to extract citizens from West Asia
Since U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran and retaliatory attacks on Israel and Gulf states started on February 28, commercial flights have been halted or heavily restricted
Trump warns of longer Iran war as violence spreads
Trump said that the war, which began on February 28, with a strike that killed Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was going substantially ahead of schedule but that the United States was equipped for a prolonged conflict
Indonesian Umrah returnees reach 6,047 amid Middle East tensions
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah confirmed the return of 6,047 Indonesians undertaking or planning Umrah pilgrimages in ...
Israel army says struck and dismantled Iran's state broadcaster HQ
The Israeli military issued an evacuation warning for Tehran residents, especially those located near the headquarters of Irans state broadcaster IRIB
TNI restores security at 11 Papua airports after deathly attack
The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) confirmed it had fully restored security and order at 11 pioneer ...
Rupture across the Durand Line
Pakistan and Afghanistan engage in intense military clashes, signalling a break in political, military, and societal ties across the Durand Line; driven by differences over Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan and collapsing strategic trust, the once carefully cultivated Paki.-Taliban relationship now lies in tatters on an unequal battlefield
Hegseth insists the Iran conflict is not endless and declares we fight to win
No stupid rules of engagement, no nation building quagmire, no democracy building exercise, no politically correct wars. We fight to win, and we dont waste time or lives, U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said
Indonesia, Uzbekistan launch Free Trade Agreement talks
Indonesian Trade Minister Budi Santoso and the Investment, Industry, and Trade Minister of Uzbekistan, Laziz Kudratov, ...
Ministry uses social forestry to boost community welfare
The Ministry of Forestry is empowering communities through its social forestry program as part of efforts to improve ...
Minister seeks responsive cybersecurity to fight gender-based violence
Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Minister Arifah Fauzi highlighted the need for a concrete and responsive ...
Prabowo urges prevention of basic commodity price hikes during Ramadan
President Prabowo Subianto has instructed Coordinating Minister for Food ZulkifliHasanto keep the prices of ...
Jakarta proposes family development rule for global city transition
The Governor of DKI Jakarta Pramono Anung said family development plays a strategic role as a long-term investment and ...
Bali ferry services closed for Nyepi 2026: Full schedule
The Indonesian Ministry of Transportation has regulated the temporary closure of ferry services to and from Bali during ...
Economists urged to collaborate in management of community funds
Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar has called on Islamic economic scholars and practitioners to collaborate ...
Putin urges ceasefire in West Asia in calls with UAE, Qatar leaders
Following U.S. and Israeli barrages on the Russian ally Iran, retaliatory strikes from Tehran have hit targets across the Gulf, forcing authorities to close airspace and stalling traffic at big hubs such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi
MPR presses for stronger protection for persons with disabilities
Deputy Speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) Lestari Moerdijat called for a stronger commitment to ...
Govt cuts toll fares to manage Eid al-Fitr traffic flow
Minister of Public Works Dody Hanggodo has announced a plan to implement toll road fare discounts for four days during ...
How India Lost Bangladesh (And Can It Be Fixed?)
With a new elected government installed in Dhaka, can India and Bangladesh put their derailed bilateral relations back on track?
Top court recognizes chronic illnesses as disabilities
The Constitutional Court (MK) has granted a judicial review of Law Number 8 of 2016 on Persons with Disabilities, ...
Gov't assures protection for umrah pilgrims amid Middle East tensions
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah affirmed that the government guarantees the safety and protection of umrah pilgrims who ...
Gov't projects 143.9 million Eid al-Fitr travelers
The government has projected that 143.9 million people will travel during the 2026 Eid al-Fitr holiday period, ...
Watch: Israeli hospital urgently moves patients underground as Iran crisis deepens
Sheeba Medical Center is one of the largest hospitals in Israel. With the ongoing military conflict between Iran and Israel, hospitals have had to shift their patients to underground facilities. The hospitals parking lot has been transformed into a fortified hospital complex, housing maternity wards, an emergency department and specialist units.
India and Canada reset ties with 'landmark' nuclear energy deal
A host of deals, including one to supply India with uranium, is unveiled as Mark Carney meets Narendra Modi in Delhi.
Police propose first-come ferry boarding for Eid rush
Indonesias police chief on Monday proposed a first-come, first-served boarding system at key ferry ports to ...
Dodgy Chinese Money Fuels Tensions Between Armed Groups in N.Shan State
Tensions between the TNLA and MNDAA may be partly territorial envy, but more blame attaches to Chinese brothels, illegal mining and other insalubrious business in the area, says Joe Kumbun.
Myanmar Army Massing to Retake Mawchi Mines Funding Karenni Resistance
A force of over 1,000 junta troops is preparing to advance on Karenni States lucrative tinandtungsten mining hub, say frontline sources.
No sign Iran's nuclear sites were hit, IAEA says, but Iran alleges one was
Irans Ambassador to the IAEA, Reza Najafi, told reporters outside the closed-door meeting that the sprawling nuclear complex at Natanz had been attacked
Bali Airport announces 15 flights cancelled due to Mideast conflict
I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport has canceled 15 international flights since Feb. 28 after airspace closures ...
US-Iran tensions threaten Indonesia's energy, trade sectors: Minister
Trade Minister Budi Santoso said the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran could potentially impact ...
Arakan Army Advances to Edge of Sittwe as Fighting Intensifies
Ethnic forces push to within 2 kilometers of Rakhine State capital, reportedly defended by around 3,000 Myanmar junta troops.
Indonesia's trade surplus streak hits 69 months in January 2026
Indonesia recorded a US$0.95 billion trade surplus in January 2026, extending its surplus streak to 69 consecutive ...
Children's hearing health crucial for Golden Indonesia 2045: ministry
Indonesias Health Ministry on Monday urged parents and schools to prioritize childrens hearing health, ...
Cultural, creative industry shapes Indonesia's future: Minister
Culture Minister Fadli Zon emphasized that culture must shape Indonesias present and future, serving as a ...
Myanmar Junta Turns to China to Prop Up Crisis-Hit Gemstone Sector
A new MoU to hold a Myanmar gems exhibition in Chinas Jiegao highlights the juntas deepening reliance on Beijing as sanctions and conflict batter the jade trade.
Saudi Arabia says it has intercepted drones targeting its Ras Tanura oil refinery
Online videos from the site appeared to show thick black smoke rising after the attack
Myanmar Junta Grants Amnesty to Over 7,000 Convicted Under Terrorism Law
A raft of political prisoners were freed after being convicted under the scattergun law of harboring or financing terrorists, but senior democratic figures remain in jail.
Oil prices rise after ships attacked near Strait of Hormuz
Experts have warned that a prolonged conflict could push global energy prices even higher.
Dubais image as a safe, tax-free haven is rocked by blasts from Iranian airstrikes
Iran has hit the UAE and several of its neighbors as it strikes back from the major attack by U.S. and Israeli forces, causing fear and chaos
Chinese, Russian FMs discuss US-Israel strikes on Iran
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Sunday held a phone conversation with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov at the ...
Khamenei's killing sparks concerns over prolonged regional chaos
Iran confirmed on Sunday that its Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed in U.S.-Israeli airstrikes the previous ...
Thailand Maps Out a Practical Strategy Toward Myanmar
Bangkok has signaled a policy shift focused on security, trade and gradual engagement with Myanmars junta following the latters disputed election.
DPR urges review of US-Indonesia trade pact
Indonesias House of Representatives (DPR) has called on the government to review a trade agreement signed with ...
Former Vice President Try Sutrisno passes away at 90
Try Sutrisno, Indonesias sixth vice president, passed away on Monday at the age of 90 while undergoing treatment ...
Ministry issues guidelines on learning in disaster-affected schools
The Educational Standards, Curriculum, and Assessment Agency (BSKAP) of the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education ...
The UAE is closing its embassy in Tehran and recalling the Emirati ambassador after Iran's retaliatory missile and drone campaign in the Gulf
UAE closes Embassy in Iran after four killed in attacks across the Gulf
The move marks the strongest condemnation yet by a Gulf state since Tehran began targeting the region with a barrage of strikes
Protesters, police clash near U.S. embassy in Baghdad
Telegram channels and social media platforms close to pro-Iran armed groups called on people to take part in the protests
U.S. claims destroyed headquarters of Iran's Revolutionary Guards, says struck over 1,000 targets
U.S. military said it has carried out strikes against over 1,000 Iranian targets so far since starting its campaign
Jakarta event sets Guinness record for lontong cap gomeh
The 2026 National Chinese New Year Festival at Lapangan Benteng Square in Jakarta set a Guinness World Record for the ...
Afghanistan says it thwarted Pakistani airstrike on Bagram Air Base
Afghanistan says it has thwarted an attempted Pakistani airstrike on Bagram Air Base
Indonesia calls for caution on Mideast flights
Indonesia's Transportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi has urged airlines operating to or transiting through the ...
Former Indonesian VP warns of fuel risk amid Middle East conflict
Former vice president Jusuf Kalla has warned of potential fuel supply disruptions in Indonesia amid rising global oil ...
Indonesia monitors 58,873 umrah pilgrims amid Mideast tensions
The government is closely monitoring 58,873 Indonesian umrah pilgrims in Saudi Arabia following escalating security ...
Indonesia's BRIN urges research-based disaster mitigation
Deputy Head of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) Amarulla Octavian has urged regional governments to ...
At least eight people killed after missile strike on Israeli town of Beit Shemesh
These fatalities bring the total death toll in Israel from the latest confrontation with arch foe Iran to seven
Pakistan PM cancels trip to Russia over regional clashes
In view of the current regional and internal situation, the Prime Minister has decided to postpone his visit to Russia after consultations, Mr. Sharifs office said
Four injured; Omans Musandam peninsula shares control of the Strait of Hormuz with Iran
Pakistan cancels at least 184 international flights to Middle East amid Iran attack
Karachi: At least 184 international flights of different airlines from Pakistan to the Middle East have been cancelled since Saturday, February 28, owing to the escalating situation after the US and Israel attacked Iran. A spokesperson for the Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that flights to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Muscat, Sharjah, Riyadh, Jeddah from Islamabad, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Indonesia orders tighter control on farm equipment aid
The Indonesian government has ordered a nationwide inventory of government-distributed farm machinery to ensure it is ...
Iran President says avenging Khameneis killing legitimate duty and right
Pezeshkian said that the killing of supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in U.S. and Israeli strikes was a declaration of war against Muslims
Indonesia to facilitate, not finance, $4.5 billion US farm imports
Indonesia will not use the State Budget (APBN) to meet its commitment to facilitate US$4.5 billion worth of imports of ...
MPR deputy urges strict hygiene in free meal program
Deputy Speaker of the Peoples Consultative Assembly (MPR) Edhie Baskoro Yudhoyono has urged nutrition service ...
Hundreds of people storm U.S. Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan
At least one protester was killed, and several others were wounded in clashes between protesters and security forces, says police
Indonesia plans railway flood task force ahead of Eid travel rush
Indonesias Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo announced plans to establish a joint task force with state-run ...
'Do not remain silent': Iranian Embassy in India issues plea after Khamenei's death
In a statement, the mission expressed its profound sorrow and grief over Khamenei's death. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps has vowed revenge and said it has already carried out retaliatory attacks on American bases in the Middle East
U.N. nuclear agency to hold extraordinary meeting on Iran on March 2
In a statement, the Internatinal Atomic Energy Agency said the meeting was at the request of Russia, a key ally of Tehran
OIKN reaffirms community-focused vision in new capital Nusantara
Indonesias government said the development of its future capital Nusantara in East Kalimantan is designed to ...
Iran fires missiles at Israel, Gulf states after US-Israeli strike kills Khamenei
Iran acknowledged Khamenei's death in the joint Israeli-American airstrike Saturday (February 28, 2026) at his Tehran office hours, which has thrown the future of the Islamic Republic into question and raised the risk of regional instability
Taliban administration spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said the sounds were the result of Afghan forces targeting Pakistani aircraft over the capital
US-Israeli attacks on Iran could push oil prices above US$100: expert
Mohammad Faisal, executive director of CORE Indonesia, said Saturdays US-Israeli attack on Iran, which caused ...
West Asia conflict: 84 MBA students from Pune stuck in Dubai
The students of the Indira School of Business Studies (ISBS) had gone to Dubai as part of an annual five-day study tour
Irans parliament speaker calls U.S., Israeli leaders filthy criminals
We will deliver such devastating blows that you yourselves will be driven to beg, said Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf
Pak PM Sharif talks to leaders of Qatar, UAE amid regional tension
Islamabad: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday, February 28, talked to the leaders of Qatar and the UAE and discussed the latest regional escalation following joint strikes by the US and Israel on Iran. Sharif held a telephone conversation with Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, according to a statement by Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
President Prabowo offers to mediate amid Middle East tensions
President Prabowo Subianto said he is ready to travel to Iran to facilitate dialogue aimed at restoring security and ...
How succession works in Iran and who will be the countrys next supreme leader?
An 88-member panel called the Assembly of Experts appoints the supreme leader. The panel can remove one as well, although that has never happened
RI Govt strengthens university response to sexual violence
The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology and the National Commission on Violence Against Women (Komnas ...
Harmoni Imlek Nusantara showcases Indonesia's cultural acculturation
Deputy Minister of Creative Economy Irene Umar said the Harmoni Imlek Nusantara, or Nusantara Chinese New Year Harmony ...
Missile interceptors in U.S.-Iran war| Explained
Missile defense refers to a military system that finds and destroys incoming missiles before they hit their targets
BGN ensures 93 pct of budget reaches regional MBG kitchens
The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) stated that 93 percent of the national nutrition program budget is distributed ...
Fadli Zon proposes bilateral cultural program for Indonesia, Uruguay
Minister of Culture Fadli Zon proposed several bilateral programs related to culture for Indonesia and Uruguay, as ...
Indonesia seeks stronger youth role in mangrove rehabilitation
The Indonesian government continues to bolster the youth's role in building Indonesia's coastal resilience and ...
Govt lauds 4,000-job Germany deal, cites professional export potential
Deputy Minister of Trade Dyah Roro Esti lauded the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the placement of ...
Minister urges prioritizing disaster mitigation for Eid homecoming
Transportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi urged all stakeholders at the central and regional levels to prioritize ...
Iran fires missiles at Gulf Arab states, one killed in Abu Dhabi
State media in the United Arab Emirates said one person had been killed in Abu Dhabi, but gave no details
Jayapura Immigration took action against 115 foreigners in 2025
The Jayapura Immigration Office has prosecuted 115 foreign nationals throughout 2025, a decrease from the previous ...
Indonesia to send Gaza peacekeepers in phases, foreign ministry says
Indonesia will deploy thousands of peacekeepers to Gaza in phases as part of the International ...
Indonesia to enforce child online safety rule in March 2026
Indonesia will enforce a sweeping regulation to protect children online starting in March 2026, Communication and ...
BGN suspends 47 free meals kitchens over substandard food quality
The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has temporarily suspended the operations of 47 Nutritional Fulfillment Service ...
Netanyahu says U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran to remove existential threat
The Israeli Prime Minister advised his citizens to comply with the directives of the Home Front Command
